Serving 747 students in grades 6-8, Robert J. Elkington Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 747 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert J. Elkington Middle School's student population of 747 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
747 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Robert J. Elkington Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert J. Elkington Middle School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#570 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
8%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
1%
12%
White
84%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert J. Elkington Middle School's ranking?
Robert J. Elkington Middle School is ranked #570 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Robert J. Elkington Middle School often compared to?
Robert J. Elkington Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Junior High School, Bigfork Secondary, Sartell Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Robert J. Elkington Middle School?
747 students attend Robert J. Elkington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Robert J. Elkington Middle School students are White, 8% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert J. Elkington Middle School?
Robert J. Elkington Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Robert J. Elkington Middle School offer ?
Robert J. Elkington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Robert J. Elkington Middle School part of?
Robert J. Elkington Middle School is part of Grand Rapids Public School District.
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